Pumpkin Moon

I stumbled on this fun little novelty shop after I took a wrong turn getting back to the Green Line, it drew me in right away with the crazy fun window display. This is one of those places for every age, gag gifts mixed in with clever insults, disgusting candy/​food ideas, and hilarious accessories or gift cards. You can browse for quite a while, there is a wide variety of stuff, a lot of it that I have seen elsewhere but it is rare to find a place to find all of it at one time.

Spunky! Take a step back in time to your childhood for a moment.
This place will lift your spirit in 10 seconds from being in the store. From great gag gifts to kid toys!
Nestled in the heart of Oak Park, this place is a must see if you are ever in the area. Parking right out front!

This is the coolest little store for kids in general. They have amazing unusual cool stuff. My son always wants me to take him here to buy toys.

My 800^th review is dedicated to my little boy so of course, it’s going to be for one of his favorite stores. Pumpkin Moon!
We come for he superhero stuff. Others come for the superhero stuff too, but there’s tons of other things that make this store fun. Dr. Who, T-​shirts, magnets, playing cards, candy, gag gifts, lunchboxes, finger puppets, wind up toys, marbles… one can’t simply list the inventory, you just have to experience it. PM is definitely for the young and young at heart.
Last visits we stumbled upon some Green Lantern and Flash Pez dispensers– are those even very popular superheroes? They are to my son so we scooped them up in a Flash (sorry). They also have some great light weight superhero T’s that beat what we’ve found in big-​box stores.
They also have cute zip pouches and trinket boxes that made good stocking stuffers this past Christmas. Really there is too much to even talk about with this store, just go and experience it. It’s a small, cramped shop, just keep walking around because you’ll find something new each turn. Staffers are nice. It’s downtown Oak Park, what’s not to love?

Who would have thought… But Pumpkin Moon had them… Little rubber pigs! That’s right; for that game called Pig Mania. There’s plans in the making for a Pig Off in Hong Kong and they needed the pigs to roll. I know they make them there, but can anybody find them? China is a BIG place… So, Pumpkin Moon to the rescue. I know it’s weird, but what’s a poor gal to do? I brought 16 at .65 cents each.
When looking for oddities that the American Science store doesn’t carry — Pumpkin Moon is the place — however, a bit pricey — still you just have to be looking for just the right thing and hopefully the price will be right.

I really like this place. Its like Spencer’s gifts if Spencer had a decent sense of humor and taste. We bough squirrel underwear from there and tried to put it on our Yorkie — FYI it doesnt fit.
They have lots of cool gifts and things you are not going to find anywhere else. WARNING you will buy something out of nostalgia when you go in here, so be prepared. But its worth it.

This is a really cool little shop. It’s basically a shop full of vintage toys and gag gifts. If you grew up in the 80s or earlier, you’ll probably see a lot of stuff that reminds you of your childhood. Prices are pretty decent there. They also have some really funny books as well that would be great to read after a hard day to get your mood up.
A fun shop, and very few like it are out there, so if you’re in the Oak Park area and you like vintage toys and gag gifts, I would highly recommend checking this place out!

This is one of my favorite stores! I always come in and buy loads of candy before I see a movie at the theater down the street! But if you do buy candy, make sure to squish it and make sure it’s new because I’ve got quite a few hard laffy taffys. Also the staff is awesome! And despite the fact that everyone is fixated on the bathroom incident, their policy is what it is. I’m also pretty sure they have a sign that says they don’t have a bathroom. So what if they don’t? Your accident is not their fault.

I’ve been in this store several times, but it is so crowded and chaotic that I’ve never purchased anything. After hearing of their restroom policy (not letting anyone use the restroom ever, even small children), I can’t support them until they make some changes. As a mom of a small kid, I can say he would be traumatized if he had an accident because a store wouldn’t let him use the restroom when he needed to. Shame on you, Pumpkin Moon! You need to rethink this one, especially because you cater to kids in the first place. When you amend your policy, I’ll be back.

I am very upset about what happened to my son when we visited this store last week. We have been shopping there for 15 years! As We were paying, Blaine (my 5 year old son) got this horrified look on his face and said, «mama, I have to go potty». I asked the girl behind the counter if we could use the bathroom and she said the closest bathroom was across the street at another business. I told her I know they have a bathroom and please can we use it. Blaine is crying now saying please please I have to go potty. She refuses, Blaine poops in his pants (which he never has done) and cries the whole way home asking why his favorite store wouldn’t let him go potty.
I wrote to the owner, and she completely brushed me off. Now to top it off, the owners have deleted my review on their Facebook page. I’m so sad and shocked that this is how they would handle this situation. It comes down to human decency. You don’t pawn your customers off to another business to use the other businesses bathroom and you NEVER treat a child like that.
Rebecca

Such a cute little shop to check out if you’re in search for the perfect gag gift toy for kids… or any big kid, for that matter.
They do have a couple odds and ends over 20 bucks (tin robots, tin figurines) and some bobbleheads for 15.00 bucks.
I was surprised to see a fairly large t-​shirt collection for sale. As well as cards, books, etc.
Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area!

This place is pretty awesome. They carry a lot of vintage toys and the prices weren’t that bad. They had some t-​shirts (ex. Superman, Hello Kitty, etc), practical joke items (ex. fake vomit), and toys.
They didn’t have a selection like Toys R Us, they have a selection more for those that grew up in the 70’s and 80’s era… you know when you used your imagination when you played with your toys. I like the fact that the staff are very knowledgable and they will demonstrate so you know that what your buying really works.
I definitely see myself returning as they had some really cool items that I think would be an awesome and unique gift.
**Just a quick note: If your driving here make sure to bring change to feed the meter.

Cute store to walk through once in a while. I don’t have kids, nor do I even like kids. Perhaps because I’m really just a big kid myself and don’t want to be bothered by other kids. So this store is great to walk through when there’s no other kids in there walking around like drunk little aliens and screaming at the top of their lungs while their parents coddle them and joke about how «cute» they are… I don’t think the kids are as annoying as the parents though… Pumpkin Moon is a novelty/​gag/​toy shop. You might be able to find a gift in here for someone before you’re forced out by the sound of screaming children and their cackling parents. Other than that, this place is pretty awesome.

My sister is in love with this store. She described it as a toy store — a quirky one. I guess that’s true, but I would describe it differently. I think it’s a shop of gags and laughs: whoopee cushions, tins of breath mints inscribed with the words «Happy Pills,» and Dr. Who figurines. The store is teeny tiny and cramped full of stuff. A lot of it is priced between a buck and $ 10.
I went in for Christmas Stocking stuffers (like a tasteful tin of toilet seat covers) but ended up coming away with a great white elephant gift too! Get excited my friends — you might unwrap a package of bacon wonderland! That’s right — among other bacon themed items, I got one lucky recipient a dashboard pig that appears to slice bacon from it’s own midsection! You’ll thank me later.
The owner himself unlocked the door for me the blessed day that I went to Pumpkin Moon. He handed me a basket (that ended up getting filled up despite my original intention to only buy one or two items) and offered me help. He was friendly, but in a quiet sort of way. He told me about their new store (Scratch n Sniff) and the reason behind the name Pumpkin Moon (it comes from the star shape you get when cutting across the stem of a certain orange colored squash).
I wish I had known about this store sooner. No. That’s a lie. I knew about it but I didn’t understand it. I wish I had grasped the glory of Pumpkin Moon sooner. Gosh, it could have saved me a frustrating Amazon dot com ordeal when trying to find glow-​in-​the-​dark stars in August.

Update:
Stopped in with my son to look for Waldo. The two teenage girls were a real joy and even held my puppy while I helped my son look for Waldo. Then they helped my son find Waldo. So that was nice.

This store has everything you want, nothing you need.
After reading about Pumpkin Moon on Unilocal,I knew I had to stop in. I would have gone NUTS in this place when I was younger. They have every trinket, gag toys and random little toys you could think of.
Bacon flavored mints… check
Mustache stickers… check
Blow up Moose Head… check
Since I didn’t have a need for the aforementioned bacon mints, mustache stickers or blow up moose head, I left empty handed. If you were hosting a child’s party (or maybe even an adult gathering), this would be the perfect place to pick up some cheap items for gift bags.

Pumpkin Moon is, like other reviewers say, comparable to Uncle Fun in Lakeview. From novelty gifts to seasonal decorations, the store is packed with inexpensive (and a few not-​so-​inexpensive) items. Do you need Communist Breath Mints? They have you covered. Looking for a humorous or offbeat birthday card? They are in stock here. Did you just use up your last rubber chicken? Pumpkin Moon has three kinds. Don’t even BOTHER shopping someplace else for things that look like poop but really aren’t!
Parking around here is usually pretty good. It’s certainly cheaper and easier than parking in Lakeview, and there’s a lot of other stuff to do in the area. It’s a great place to kill time if you’re early meeting somebody for lunch or don’t feel like going home yet after your doctor appointment.
Of course, I also love that the staff laughs at my jokes. One of the perks of shopping at a small local business over a chain is that they hire people who want to be there, and you don’t have to deal with robo-​clerks. Whether they are cackling along with me because I’m actually funny, or if it’s more of a, «Wow, this lady is totally nuts» kind of thing is anybody’s guess, but it’s still nice to see a little life and personality. This shop has kid-​friendly stuff but also more risqué items, because again, they are independent and not mandated to stock or not stock things by a corporate board. This store is therefore not for squares, prudes, or people who think candies shaped like butts are offensive. The silly, the inane, and good-​old fashioned nerds will feel right at home, though.

I love stopping by and shopping at this store when I need to buy prizes for my students and gag gifts for my friends.
There are always new items rotating in and out of the store and the staff is very helpful when you begin to feel over-​stimulated.
I always try to find a reason to buy fun items for others, so I can swing by and experience an enjoyable shopping moment.

This place is awesome! If you’re looking for entertainment in Oak Park, no matter how old you are, you will love this place. There’s something for everybody in here. It seems like a children’s store, but there are quite a few adult-​humored items as well.
I got all my nephew-to-be’s Christmas presents from here this year and he loved everything!
Also, if you’re looking for something awesome from your child-​hood (80s babies) you just might find it here. I did. I gifted one of those little plastic confetti wands to my niece-​to-​be and just like me when I was her age, it’s now one of her favorite toys. I almost just bought one for myself…
The only reason I give it a 4 instead of a 5 is the prices are a little steep and the store is a little crowded.
Regardless of your age or humor, you should definitely try this place out. It certainly is an experience that everyone should have at least once :)

I was surprised by how many reviews Pumpkin Moon has on here already. I used to come here all the time just to peruse all the goodies. They have a ton of nostalgic toys and memorabilia in this store. Everyone is always super friendly and willing to help you find the perfect gift. They also have more current toys and «memorabilia» (I put that in quotes because I do not know what to call items from current TV shows and movies). I got my sister some Family Guy themed items here and I bought a girlfriend a cigarette extender… yes it is a very eclectic shop. I try to stop by every time I am in the Oak Park area… I just wish they had better prices… but I guess I don’t mind paying a little more if I know it is not going to a corporation!

Uncle Fun, you’ve got competition! Pumpkin Moon in charming downtown Oak Park, is a great little store for old timey toys, Elvis memorabilia, adult birthday cards and campy fun, super balls, magic tricks, magnets, wind up toys, vintage-​style robots, t-​shirts, and everything in between.
I regret not visiting Pumpkin Moon before St. Nick’s Day, because it’s perfect for cheap stocking stuffers for kids, and the kid in us all. Parking in the public lot at North and Marion is easy, and I’ll certainly be back for birthdays and for stocking stuffers next year!